Photo of Liza J. Vitiello, Counselor in Fort Myers, FL
Liza J. Vitiello
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, NBCCH
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33901  (Online Only)
I use EMDR and Hypnotherapy as an adjunct to psychotherapy in the treatment of trauma, eating disorders, weight management, and stress reduction.
Many benefits are possible from participating in counseling. Counseling can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or point you in the direction of a solution. Counseling can help you find new ways to cope with stress, better manage anger, depression, and other emotional pressures. Get "unstuck" from past relationships and family issues--break old patterns and develop new ways of dealing with old issues. Heal old psychological wounds---repair damage from the past. Discover creative ways to problem-solve. Improve your self esteem and boost your self confidence. The overall result can be improved health and well being.
I use EMDR and Hypnotherapy as an adjunct to psychotherapy in the treatment of trauma, eating disorders, weight management, and stress reduction.
Many benefits are possible from participating in counseling. Counseling can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or point you in the direction of a solution. Counseling can help you find new ways to cope with stress, better manage anger, depression, and other emotional pressures. Get "unstuck" from past relationships and family issues--break old patterns and develop new ways of dealing with old issues. Heal old psychological wounds---repair damage from the past. Discover creative ways to problem-solve. Improve your self esteem and boost your self confidence. The overall result can be improved health and well being.
(239) 217-9124 x1 View (239) 217-9124 x1
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Peter C Williams
CMS, CHT, CHI
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33994
Having problems going to sleep or staying asleep? Overwhelmed with Anxiety or Stress? Struggling with alcoholism, food, or drug addiction? Suffering from Post Traumatic Anxiety Disorder known as PTSD? Unlike the traditional therapeutic approach, at Advanced Hypnotherapy of Naples, our process bypasses the cognitive moving straight to the sub-cognitive where the underlying behavioral cause exists. Our advanced hypnotherapy techniques will help you reach your goal faster. And within a short time, you can begin to live the happy, peaceful, fulfilled life you deserve.
Having problems going to sleep or staying asleep? Overwhelmed with Anxiety or Stress? Struggling with alcoholism, food, or drug addiction? Suffering from Post Traumatic Anxiety Disorder known as PTSD? Unlike the traditional therapeutic approach, at Advanced Hypnotherapy of Naples, our process bypasses the cognitive moving straight to the sub-cognitive where the underlying behavioral cause exists. Our advanced hypnotherapy techniques will help you reach your goal faster. And within a short time, you can begin to live the happy, peaceful, fulfilled life you deserve.
(239) 431-9107 View (239) 431-9107
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SWFL Counseling, LLC
LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33919
Throughout our lifespan, we will be faced with transitions. Children experiences changes within the family as well as school, friends, and daily routine. Then there’s puberty, which brings about a whole new set of changes in a teenager. Early adulthood is full of change, as well as a search for meaning and purpose. Marriage, divorce, birth of children, death of parents, middle age, retirement, and on and on! Sometimes we can move through these transitions smoothly; however, other times it doesn’t go quite as well.
Throughout our lifespan, we will be faced with transitions. Children experiences changes within the family as well as school, friends, and daily routine. Then there’s puberty, which brings about a whole new set of changes in a teenager. Early adulthood is full of change, as well as a search for meaning and purpose. Marriage, divorce, birth of children, death of parents, middle age, retirement, and on and on! Sometimes we can move through these transitions smoothly; however, other times it doesn’t go quite as well.
(239) 932-6636 View (239) 932-6636
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Brittany Junker
Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33901
Hello, my name is Brittany Junker. I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor. I work with clients of all ages: children, teens, and adults. I specialize in helping families heal, individually and as a whole. My therapeutic style lends itself to working with a diverse range of client concerns. Clients have expressed symptoms including but not limited to symptoms of ADD/ADHD, disciplinary concerns, conduct and personality disorders, symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, irritability, difficulty making and maintaining relationships, trouble sleeping, mood swings, angry outbursts etc.
Hello, my name is Brittany Junker. I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor. I work with clients of all ages: children, teens, and adults. I specialize in helping families heal, individually and as a whole. My therapeutic style lends itself to working with a diverse range of client concerns. Clients have expressed symptoms including but not limited to symptoms of ADD/ADHD, disciplinary concerns, conduct and personality disorders, symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, irritability, difficulty making and maintaining relationships, trouble sleeping, mood swings, angry outbursts etc.
(239) 900-1812 View (239) 900-1812
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Jennifer Kronzeniowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA,LPC, LMHC, MCAP, CCS, SCL
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33916
Achieving goals becomes easier when they’re meaningful and connected to a reason and purpose — your “why.” When you connect your goal to a “why” a few things happen: You become hyper-focused on the goal by eliminating distractions or other tasks that are not in alignment with your desired outcome. Your vision and ideas become easier to outline, understand, and communicate because you’re intentionally focusing on the reason you want to do something and how it will impact you. It becomes easier to decide what you should and should not be doing because your priorities are connected to a purpose.
Achieving goals becomes easier when they’re meaningful and connected to a reason and purpose — your “why.” When you connect your goal to a “why” a few things happen: You become hyper-focused on the goal by eliminating distractions or other tasks that are not in alignment with your desired outcome. Your vision and ideas become easier to outline, understand, and communicate because you’re intentionally focusing on the reason you want to do something and how it will impact you. It becomes easier to decide what you should and should not be doing because your priorities are connected to a purpose.
(239) 282-4437 View (239) 282-4437
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Scott Michael Steenbergh
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33908
I have faith in the idea that people can, and do change. In my experience, change is not always a linear process. Often, when trying to change a situation or behavior, people fall short or stumble. Being able to truly evaluate an individual's strengths and building upon those, allows for the needed empowerment to overcome our barriers. I am passionate about helping individuals to overcome various behavioral health concerns. Whether you are facing addiction, anxiety, anger issues, grief, stress, depression or trauma, I use a strengths based approach, coupled with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to build upon your inherit resiliency to affect change.
I have faith in the idea that people can, and do change. In my experience, change is not always a linear process. Often, when trying to change a situation or behavior, people fall short or stumble. Being able to truly evaluate an individual's strengths and building upon those, allows for the needed empowerment to overcome our barriers. I am passionate about helping individuals to overcome various behavioral health concerns. Whether you are facing addiction, anxiety, anger issues, grief, stress, depression or trauma, I use a strengths based approach, coupled with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to build upon your inherit resiliency to affect change.
(586) 215-6534 View (586) 215-6534
Photo of Sara L Henry, Marriage & Family Therapist in Fort Myers, FL
Sara L Henry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33901
My Treatment Mission is to provide cutting edge psychotherapy treatment services for individuals and families applying specializations in developmental psychology, relationship-based treatment, biological individual differences, and interdisciplinary collaboration. I deliver advanced methodologies, which are unique in Southwest Florida, for children 0-5 and for individuals of any age with what are often misunderstood neurodevelopment issues: including, but not limited to, issues of attachment, autism spectrum, mood disorders, and in utero toxic exposure. I also treat survivors of trauma, those seeking therapy for personal growth and help in working through challenging life events and relationships.
My Treatment Mission is to provide cutting edge psychotherapy treatment services for individuals and families applying specializations in developmental psychology, relationship-based treatment, biological individual differences, and interdisciplinary collaboration. I deliver advanced methodologies, which are unique in Southwest Florida, for children 0-5 and for individuals of any age with what are often misunderstood neurodevelopment issues: including, but not limited to, issues of attachment, autism spectrum, mood disorders, and in utero toxic exposure. I also treat survivors of trauma, those seeking therapy for personal growth and help in working through challenging life events and relationships.
(239) 676-0926 View (239) 676-0926
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Joseph Sansone
Counselor, MS, PhD, LMHC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33908
Joseph Sansone, M.S., PhD, LMHC, CCMHC, is a psychotherapist specializing in clinical hypnosis, Joseph was trained in advanced clinical hypnosis at the Academy of Professional Hypnosis in 1997. Dr. Sansone has a B.A. in psychology, a M.S. in clinical mental health counseling, and a PhD in psychology. Joseph has spent much of his life as an entrepreneur and enjoys facilitating self-actualization. Joseph Sansone is a licensed mental health counselor as well as a board certified clinical mental health counselor. Dr. Sansone is also a member of the National Guild of Hypnotists.
Joseph Sansone, M.S., PhD, LMHC, CCMHC, is a psychotherapist specializing in clinical hypnosis, Joseph was trained in advanced clinical hypnosis at the Academy of Professional Hypnosis in 1997. Dr. Sansone has a B.A. in psychology, a M.S. in clinical mental health counseling, and a PhD in psychology. Joseph has spent much of his life as an entrepreneur and enjoys facilitating self-actualization. Joseph Sansone is a licensed mental health counselor as well as a board certified clinical mental health counselor. Dr. Sansone is also a member of the National Guild of Hypnotists.
(239) 970-9316 View (239) 970-9316
Ronald J Baier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33907
Not accepting new clients
Life consists of challenges and opportunities for growth which are often cloaked in what we perceive as problems. These problems are typically labeled with terms such as anxiety, depression, addiction, marital discord, and family dysfunction. If you feel stuck or in need of help, I can help you begin to solve these and other life problems by redirecting your energy into finding solutions. Solutions for a Change is the basis of my practical approach to the variety of problems individuals, couples, and families face in their daily lives. Using a collaborative approach, I will help you get back in charge.
Life consists of challenges and opportunities for growth which are often cloaked in what we perceive as problems. These problems are typically labeled with terms such as anxiety, depression, addiction, marital discord, and family dysfunction. If you feel stuck or in need of help, I can help you begin to solve these and other life problems by redirecting your energy into finding solutions. Solutions for a Change is the basis of my practical approach to the variety of problems individuals, couples, and families face in their daily lives. Using a collaborative approach, I will help you get back in charge.
(239) 244-3306 View (239) 244-3306

Online Therapists

Photo of Dr. Judi Bloom, Marriage & Family Therapist in Fort Myers, FL
Dr. Judi Bloom
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Naples, FL 34102  (Online Only)
I help individuals and couples change their habits, patterns, and perspective in order to lead a more satisfying life. In addition to treating depression, anxiety, and addiction, I specialize in working with people facing midlife transitions--divorce, parenting challenges, career change, empty nest, grief. I don't just sit and listen; I actively engage you in the therapeutic process to make the concrete changes you desire in your life.I tailor therapy to the individual rather than "one size fits all", and also offer hypnotherapy. I can also help with issues around sexual harassment or abuse.
I help individuals and couples change their habits, patterns, and perspective in order to lead a more satisfying life. In addition to treating depression, anxiety, and addiction, I specialize in working with people facing midlife transitions--divorce, parenting challenges, career change, empty nest, grief. I don't just sit and listen; I actively engage you in the therapeutic process to make the concrete changes you desire in your life.I tailor therapy to the individual rather than "one size fits all", and also offer hypnotherapy. I can also help with issues around sexual harassment or abuse.
(310) 919-7834 View (310) 919-7834
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Anne K Glowacki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34237  (Online Only)
Counseling approaches I employ include family systems, structural, solution-focused, narrative therapies, hypnotherapy, & Past Life Regression.
Welcome and thank you for visiting and taking the first step to personal well-being. People seek out psychotherapy for many reasons. My focus is to help identify what is most important to you in your life that you wish to strengthen and express more fully, even if you are facing difficulties right now. What may appear as obstacles at first can merely be stepping-stones to your deepest fulfillment. I welcome the opportunity to take part of that journey with you in a confidential environment committed to sensitivity and compassion with proven strategies that motivate and encourage continued success.
Counseling approaches I employ include family systems, structural, solution-focused, narrative therapies, hypnotherapy, & Past Life Regression.
Welcome and thank you for visiting and taking the first step to personal well-being. People seek out psychotherapy for many reasons. My focus is to help identify what is most important to you in your life that you wish to strengthen and express more fully, even if you are facing difficulties right now. What may appear as obstacles at first can merely be stepping-stones to your deepest fulfillment. I welcome the opportunity to take part of that journey with you in a confidential environment committed to sensitivity and compassion with proven strategies that motivate and encourage continued success.
(941) 219-3481 View (941) 219-3481
Photo of Autumn Hahn, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Fort Myers, FL
Autumn Hahn
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CHT, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Weston, FL 33331  (Online Only)
If you have trauma, guilt & shame, substance abuse, physical pain, relationship issues, or insomnia, I want you living in the moment, happy, and connected with others. My holistic approach gives fast relief with humor, storytelling, hypnotherapy, memory reconsolidation, and Rapid Resolution Therapy.
If you have trauma, guilt & shame, substance abuse, physical pain, relationship issues, or insomnia, I want you living in the moment, happy, and connected with others. My holistic approach gives fast relief with humor, storytelling, hypnotherapy, memory reconsolidation, and Rapid Resolution Therapy.
(954) 871-2607 View (954) 871-2607
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Natali Efstathiou
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Venice, FL 34293  (Online Only)
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rapid Resolution Therapy (Hypnotherapy), and Neurofeedback.
I have over 10 years of experience in the mental health field in a variety of settings (private practice, community mental health, university counseling center, state hospital, and in-home services). My services include individual, family, and couples/marital therapy. I primarily work with adults and couples. I believe that disturbances of thought, feeling, and behavior are caused by ‘obstacles’ to healthy brain functioning. My role as a therapist is to remove the obstacles that stand in the way of you having 100% of your intellect, wisdom, passion, humor, curiosity, energy, logic, creativity, and joyfulness available to you!
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rapid Resolution Therapy (Hypnotherapy), and Neurofeedback.
I have over 10 years of experience in the mental health field in a variety of settings (private practice, community mental health, university counseling center, state hospital, and in-home services). My services include individual, family, and couples/marital therapy. I primarily work with adults and couples. I believe that disturbances of thought, feeling, and behavior are caused by ‘obstacles’ to healthy brain functioning. My role as a therapist is to remove the obstacles that stand in the way of you having 100% of your intellect, wisdom, passion, humor, curiosity, energy, logic, creativity, and joyfulness available to you!
(615) 697-4169 View (615) 697-4169
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Dr. Thomas Grant Quinlan
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, CHT
Verified Verified
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701  (Online Only)
This is done using a combination of therapy and hypnotherapy (if the person is open to hypnosis).
I am seeing clients via phone and or internet at this time! Call me at 727-906-6185.
This is done using a combination of therapy and hypnotherapy (if the person is open to hypnosis).
I am seeing clients via phone and or internet at this time! Call me at 727-906-6185.
(727) 800-3851 View (727) 800-3851
Photo of Linda H. Burns, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Fort Myers, FL
Linda H. Burns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sunrise, FL 33323
I use psychodynamic methods (including dream interpretation), cognitive and behavioral therapy, hypnotherapy, age regression (including past life), neurolinguistic programming and inner child work to help patients achieve insight and symptom reduction.
Imagine waking up with a sense of hope and relief because you feel in control of your life. I have been teaching patients how to understand and take control of their problems and symptoms since 1981, using a variety of techniques to achieve mental and emotional health. In addition to being in private practice, I have also worked in psychiatric and medical settings. One of my goals as your therapist will be to quickly identify the issues and the repetitive patterns that exist for you. After initial assessment, I will teach you how to manage your thoughts, feelings and reactions.
I use psychodynamic methods (including dream interpretation), cognitive and behavioral therapy, hypnotherapy, age regression (including past life), neurolinguistic programming and inner child work to help patients achieve insight and symptom reduction.
Imagine waking up with a sense of hope and relief because you feel in control of your life. I have been teaching patients how to understand and take control of their problems and symptoms since 1981, using a variety of techniques to achieve mental and emotional health. In addition to being in private practice, I have also worked in psychiatric and medical settings. One of my goals as your therapist will be to quickly identify the issues and the repetitive patterns that exist for you. After initial assessment, I will teach you how to manage your thoughts, feelings and reactions.
(305) 651-1731 View (305) 651-1731
Photo of Melanie Rosario, Marriage & Family Therapist in Fort Myers, FL
Melanie Rosario
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33713
I use a holistic wellness approach, to offers rapid relief of mental health symptoms, including traditional psychotherapy and non-traditional modalities, such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and hypnotherapy for treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, self-worth and PTSD.
I specialize in the following areas: Personal growth, Unresolved trauma and Relationships. I help individuals and couples to recover from trauma (Physical, Emotional, Sexual and Child Trauma), and find relief from the pain of past experiences and relationships using EMDR and other therapy modalities. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, hopeless, lack of motivation or having difficulties functioning in a daily basis I can help you get back on track. When working with couples I use Gottman techniques to help manage conflict, recover from hurt & resentments while increasing emotional intimacy.
I use a holistic wellness approach, to offers rapid relief of mental health symptoms, including traditional psychotherapy and non-traditional modalities, such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and hypnotherapy for treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, self-worth and PTSD.
I specialize in the following areas: Personal growth, Unresolved trauma and Relationships. I help individuals and couples to recover from trauma (Physical, Emotional, Sexual and Child Trauma), and find relief from the pain of past experiences and relationships using EMDR and other therapy modalities. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, hopeless, lack of motivation or having difficulties functioning in a daily basis I can help you get back on track. When working with couples I use Gottman techniques to help manage conflict, recover from hurt & resentments while increasing emotional intimacy.
(321) 800-4227 View (321) 800-4227
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The Holistic Mental Health Clinic
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Saint Petersburg, FL 33703
At the Holistic Mental Health Clinic we specialize in natural treatments for mental health. Along with traditional psychotherapy we provide natural evidenced based treatments such as EMDR, clinical hypnotherapy and the Amen Clinics Method of understanding how your brain uniquely works. Specializations include depression, anxiety, substance abuse, ADHD and behavioral issues for children, individual and couples. This is the time it helps to speak with someone who can help you experience your life, your children and relationships from a new perspective. With this far more targeted treatment there is hope.
At the Holistic Mental Health Clinic we specialize in natural treatments for mental health. Along with traditional psychotherapy we provide natural evidenced based treatments such as EMDR, clinical hypnotherapy and the Amen Clinics Method of understanding how your brain uniquely works. Specializations include depression, anxiety, substance abuse, ADHD and behavioral issues for children, individual and couples. This is the time it helps to speak with someone who can help you experience your life, your children and relationships from a new perspective. With this far more targeted treatment there is hope.
(727) 800-4928 View (727) 800-4928
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Cahni Katana Hypnotherapy, Shamanic Energy Healing
CCHt, CIHt
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brandon, FL 33511
I'm a certified Clinical, Interpersonal and Transpersonal Hypnotherapist and a graduate of Florida's only state licensed Hypnotherapy school.
Are you ready to change your life? We have all experienced negativity and trauma in our lives. Even very small things we don't remember from our past affect us now- but they don't have to. Hypnotherapy isn't just for smoking and weight loss. It's highly effective for managing stress, addiction, bad habits, sleeping, grief, PTSD, feeling stuck/out of control, anxiety, confidence, anger, creative blocks - or virtually anything else that is causing a negative impact in your life. Get your conscious and subconscious minds aligned to achieve your dreams. Truly live life the life you want! In person and virtual sessions available.
I'm a certified Clinical, Interpersonal and Transpersonal Hypnotherapist and a graduate of Florida's only state licensed Hypnotherapy school.
Are you ready to change your life? We have all experienced negativity and trauma in our lives. Even very small things we don't remember from our past affect us now- but they don't have to. Hypnotherapy isn't just for smoking and weight loss. It's highly effective for managing stress, addiction, bad habits, sleeping, grief, PTSD, feeling stuck/out of control, anxiety, confidence, anger, creative blocks - or virtually anything else that is causing a negative impact in your life. Get your conscious and subconscious minds aligned to achieve your dreams. Truly live life the life you want! In person and virtual sessions available.
(813) 440-3174 View (813) 440-3174
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Shannon Raday
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellenton, FL 34222
I offer face-to face and online counseling, healthcoaching, and hypnotherapy.
Let's face it, life can be tough and without someone to talk to, it can seem isolating and overwhelming. I consider it an honor and privilege to have my clients trust me to share their experiences. Talk about their struggles and learn new effective ways to cope with life challenges. I pledge to listen to you, without judgement and help you overcome the challenges you’re currently facing. I believe attention your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health is important to healthy wellbeing, so I offer a holistic approach to help you live your best life now.
I offer face-to face and online counseling, healthcoaching, and hypnotherapy.
Let's face it, life can be tough and without someone to talk to, it can seem isolating and overwhelming. I consider it an honor and privilege to have my clients trust me to share their experiences. Talk about their struggles and learn new effective ways to cope with life challenges. I pledge to listen to you, without judgement and help you overcome the challenges you’re currently facing. I believe attention your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health is important to healthy wellbeing, so I offer a holistic approach to help you live your best life now.
(727) 286-3835 View (727) 286-3835
Photo of Janie J Brynolf, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Fort Myers, FL
Janie J Brynolf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, CAC, CCHt, CTHt
Verified Verified
Punta Gorda, FL 33950  (Online Only)
I use cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, eye movement therapy and hypnotherapy and whatever tool is needed to meet you where you are.
The great poet Rumi wrote "out beyond ideas of wrong-doing and right-doing, there is a field. I'll meet you there." This quote really encompasses a therapeutic setting for me. A place where there is no judgement and you are heard with warmth and high regard. In my sessions you can be expect to be treated with kindness, empathy and be received with no judgement. This is my private practice, which means, you will not have a therapist turnover in a few months. I’m very personable and real. I will care about you.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, eye movement therapy and hypnotherapy and whatever tool is needed to meet you where you are.
The great poet Rumi wrote "out beyond ideas of wrong-doing and right-doing, there is a field. I'll meet you there." This quote really encompasses a therapeutic setting for me. A place where there is no judgement and you are heard with warmth and high regard. In my sessions you can be expect to be treated with kindness, empathy and be received with no judgement. This is my private practice, which means, you will not have a therapist turnover in a few months. I’m very personable and real. I will care about you.
(239) 230-1499 View (239) 230-1499
HypnoTherapy

How does hypnotherapy work?

Hypnotherapy works by using guided hypnosis to help you reach a state of focus and concentration through mental imagery and soothing verbal repetition. The state is somewhat like being absorbed in a book, a movie, or your own thoughts. You are not under a therapist’s “control,” but they can help you relax and turn your attention inward to discover the resources to achieve behavior change or better manage psychological concerns. Therapy sessions may involve guiding you through recognizing a problem, releasing problematic thoughts about it, and considering and accepting more productive alternatives before returning to normal awareness. Hypnotherapy is typically used by a therapist along with traditional forms of talk therapy. Eventually, your therapist can help you learn hypnotherapy techniques yourself so you can establish a stronger sense of control on your own in stressful or challenging moments.

Is hypnotherapy the same as hypnosis?

Hypnotherapy, which is sometimes called hypnotic suggestion, is a therapeutic technique in which a therapist uses hypnosis to help patients. It is not the kind of hypnosis portrayed in stage shows, or in movies or on television. You will not be unconscious or asleep during hypnotherapy, you will not lose control of yourself, your thoughts, or your free will, and you will be able to fully recall your experience. And while you will hear your therapist’s suggestions, it is always up to you to decide whether to act on them. Hypnosis by a trained mental-health professional is not a form of mind control, which is impossible to achieve anyway.

Can everyone be hypnotized?

The most common challenge of hypnotherapy is that as many as one in four people cannot be hypnotized. Brain imaging has confirmed differences in patterns of brain connectivity between those who respond to hypnotism and those who do not. Other people who could potentially be hypnotized may not respond to the technique because of their skepticism or resistance to entering a hypnotic state. If a therapist’s “post-hypnotic suggestion” is effective, it’s because they are suggesting something you want to achieve.

Does hypnotherapy work?

Through hypnotherapy, you can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. Like other talk therapy techniques, when hypnotherapy succeeds, it’s a case of mind over matter. Effective hypnotherapy involves self-healing because you access resources you need to change inside of yourself and learn how to tap into them whenever you need. Hypnotherapy has been shown to be an effective therapy for anxiety, phobias, stress, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual dysfunction, and undesirable behaviors like smoking. It can be used to help improve sleep or to address relationship challenges, and to aid with pain management, digestive disorders, skin conditions, and the gastrointestinal side effects of pregnancy or chemotherapy.